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Diamonds To Dust

Our Story

Diamonds to Dust was formed in 2012 in Poughkeepsie, New York, with the vision of bringing together musicians from different backgrounds to create powerful, meaningful music. The band has evolved through multiple lineup changes, but its core mission remains the same—to deliver an intense fusion of Christian metalcore, post-hardcore, and deathcore, all while sharing stories of faith, struggle, and redemption.

Founded by Barry Hogue (guitar, vocals) alongside the original lineup, the band wrote and released their first single, Ashes to Ashes, but soon disbanded due to creative differences. In 2013, Barry revived the project, drawing inspiration from From First to Last, A Day to Remember, Breaking Benjamin, Chunk! No, Captain Chunk!, Killswitch Engage, and For Today. With this renewed direction, Diamonds to Dust released their debut album, Faith Through Trials (2014), under Manifest Records.

Initially, the band embraced Christian elements but did not label itself as a Christian band. However, in 2016, after lineup shifts and personal growth, Diamonds to Dust officially became a Christian band, aligning their message with their faith and deepening their spiritual impact through music.

Our Music & Impact

Through years of perseverance, Diamonds to Dust has built a discography that blends brutal breakdowns, soaring melodies, and deeply personal lyrics, leading to the release of several albums, including:

Faith Through Trials (2014)

Sense of Freedom (2016)

Aging of the Weary (2017)

Conservation of the Spirit (2018)

Amidst the Hallowed and the Vanquished (2022)

One of the band’s defining moments came in 2020 with the release of their hit single "Corpus Christi", followed by the Decisions EP. The success of these tracks solidified their standing in the Christian metalcore scene and paved the way for their most recent releases.

In 2024, Diamonds to Dust embarked on their first official tour, marking a new era of growth and connection with fans. The addition of touring guitarist Ryan Dicksen, who became a full-time member in November 2024, further strengthened the band's lineup.

The World is our battlefield.

Our Mission

Diamonds to Dust is more than just a band—we are a movement built on faith, perseverance, and community. Our mission is to:

✔ Spread the Gospel through the raw power of metalcore.

✔ Share stories of struggle, redemption, and personal growth.

✔ Create music that connects deeply with listeners, offering hope even in the heaviest of moments.